On the fringes of the popular village of Grasmere, famed not only for its gingerbread but also its literary connections with poet William Wordsworth, liesThe Forest Side – a secluded Victorian haven where you can experience a Michelin-starred culinary journey.
Nestled in the heart of London’s vibrant Mayfair district, The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences is one of London’s few family-run 5 star hotels, beckoning discerning visitors from around the world, from world leaders to Hollywood celebrities and other eminent guests.
Part of the Devonshire Hotels group, this elegant 18th Century country house hotel prides itself on its warm hospitality and understated elegance.
Back in the 19th century this vast Hertfordshire estate was the home of two British Prime Ministers, Lord Melbourne and Lord Palmerston. Now, with two championship golf courses named after the former premiers, it is a leafy Mecca for golfers.
“Best ship on the Danube”, announced a veteran of countless cruises, both ocean and river, as he sat at the cocktail bar. He was congratulating himself on his astute selection of Riverside Mozart from around 200 ships that cruise the Danube.
Back in 2021, when the Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere hotel opened, renowned architect Renzo Piano picked up an award for the design of this luxury hotel of 303 rooms and 44 suites.
With its listed balcony hanging out over the sea wall walk, this blue-washed waterfront retreat is almost on the beach. Pole position for exploring St Ives’ charms from dawn to dusk and beyond.
High above the yacht-dotted River Tamar, the road west crosses from Devon to Cornwall. If many Cornish people, waving their black and white cross flags, had their way we would be entering another country. Also, in this land of Kernow, they would be speaking the Cornish language.
With Father’s Day around the corner, it’s a great time to treat travel-loving Dads with a luxury gift that satisfies their wanderlust and refined tastes. With this collection of gift ideas, you can make his globetrotting experiences even more memorable.
Renowned as a vibrant and dynamic Meditrranean island, Ibiza is home not only to breathtaking landscapes, but also a rich culture and an energetic nightlife, which combine to provide a unique offering that appeals to tourists from all around the world.
Three half-timbered medieval houses and a coaching inn have combined to create the irresistibly historic Swan at Lavenham Hotel, creaking through the last six centuries in what is often described as England’s finest medieval village.
Families, friends, and solo travelers alike tend to gravitate towards a unified summer vision – basking in the warm sun with a fresh drink in hand, a soft breeze against their face, and endless leisurely possibilities to choose from.
And anyone looking to experience the beauty of England’s longest lake for themselves might like to add the Beech Hill Hotel and Spa to their wishlist. Perched on the shores of Windermere since the early 1900s, the hotel now hosts a total of 55 bedrooms.
This is your private resort, exclusively for your party. Plan the menu with the head chef. Set your own dress code for dinner. Drop into the spa for a holistic massage. Create your own playlist for the beach. Whether you visit as a group of six or 28, the entire resort is yours.
I am currently attending TBEX Europe 2023 (a conference for travel bloggers and content creators) in Kalamata, Greece, and have just been on the Luxury Tourism Panel talking about ‘Attracting the luxury traveller’, an event chaired by Anton Diaz with fellow panellists Shouq AlShirazi and Christos Balogiannis.
Food and travel is a match made in heaven. And trying out local cuisine is a crucial aspect of any travel experience. Thankfully, there are countless destinations around the world that will tantalise your taste buds.
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